Spiders · Austin, Texas
Daddy Long Legs
Small bodies with very long, thin legs. Harvestmen have a single oval body; cellar spiders have two body parts and build loose webs.
Quick answerMagic Pest & Lawn treats daddy long legs in Austin and 26 nearby towns. They're covered on the quarterly pest plan, from $90 a visit, with free return visits between treatments. No contract. Call or text 512-203-0525.
Signs you have them
- Clusters of harvestmen on shaded walls
- Loose, messy webs in ceiling corners
Why it matters
Neither is a medical concern. The idea that they're the most venomous spider is a myth.
How we treat it
Web removal and our regular inside and outside treatment keep them down.
Prevention
- Dust and vacuum ceiling corners
- Reduce damp, shaded clutter against the house
Where we treat daddy long legs
Season in Central Texas: Active Mar–Oct; peak Apr–Sep.
Magic Pest & Lawn serves Austin and 26 surrounding towns, including:
